Bürgergeld

/ˈbʏʁɡɐˌɡɛlt/
nounIntermediate unemployment benefits
⚖️Law
formal

A form of unemployment benefit in Germany, introduced in 2023 to replace the previous Hartz IV system, providing financial support to job seekers and those in need.

Seit der Einführung des Bürgergelds gibt es weniger Bürokratie für Arbeitslose.

Since the introduction of Bürgergeld, there has been less bureaucracy for the unemployed.

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The term is part of German social welfare policy and is used in official and political contexts.

Collocations

Bürgergeld beantragento apply for BürgergeldBürgergeld erhaltento receive Bürgergeld

Related Phrases

Bürgergeld reformierenphrase
to reform Bürgergeld

💡Pro Tip

Contextual Use

Use 'Bürgergeld' in discussions about German social welfare, unemployment, or political debates on welfare reform.

Gold Rule

Capitalization

Always capitalize 'Bürgergeld' as it is a proper noun in German.

📖Word Origin

Derived from 'Bürger' (citizen) and 'Geld' (money), reflecting its purpose as a citizen's financial support system.

📝Usage Notes

The term is specific to German social policy and may not have direct equivalents in other countries' welfare systems.

Word Breakdown

Bürger
citizen
root
+
Geld
money
root
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